Media Studies
St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy - Wakefield
01977691000
Cutsyke Road, Featherstone, Pontefract, WF7 6BD
Course summary

Media A level gives students the opportunity to develop understanding of the media which affect our every-day lives in contemporary society. It is a very up to date, ‘forward thinking’ course. Students will study the impact of media in the online age alongside more established forms of media such as TV drama, the music industry, the press, and advertising. Students will also develop skills in digital media production.

Entry requirements

Minimum of a grade 4 in English, If GCSE Media taken – minimum of a grade 4.

How you'll be assessed

70% exam, 30% coursework. Coursework involves researching, planning, filming and editing a video or print product and evaluating the outcome.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthorityWakefield
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressCutsyke Road, Featherstone, Pontefract, WF7 6BD